BA (Hons) Psychosocial Studies at University of East London

Psychosocial Studies is a social sciences programme that explores the complex relationship between individuals, communities and society. You'll examine how social, cultural and psychological factors shape people's lives, while developing a deeper understanding of human behaviour, mental health and wellbeing. Our interdisciplinary course combines psychology, sociology, social theory and wellbeing practice to help you understand the connections between personal experiences and wider social systems.

Faculty: School of Childhood and Social Care  |  Department: Department of Social Work Counselling & Social Care  |  Duration: 3/4 years full-time  |  Study mode: part-time, full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In this Psychosocial Studies degree, you'll explore different perspectives on human interaction through four interconnected modules. Exploring Communities examines neighbourhood dynamics and cultural identities, while Reading the Body Psychosocially investigates how bodies become sites of social meaning and personal expression. Modules include What’s going on (how do we know, and what can we do about it?): Mental Wealth 1, Constructions of Identity, Psychology: Perspectives For Psychosocial Studies, Cultures of Intimacy: Psychosocial Perspectives of Care, Contemporary Issues in Sociology, Relational Practice in Community Settings 1, Knowledge, Skills, Practice & The Self (Mental Wealth 2), Mad, Bad or Sad, Understanding Mental Disorder.

Career pathways

Psychosocial Studies graduates work across the public, voluntary and private sectors. Recent graduates have worked as youth justice workers, social workers, equality and diversity officers, community development workers and family support workers.

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